British PM Boris Johnson Tests Positive for COVID-19

British Prime Minister Boris Johnson has tested positive for COVID-19. The PM made the announcement via Twitter at approximately 7.15pm CST.

“Over the last 24 hours I have developed mild symptoms and tested positive for coronavirus. I am now self-isolating, but I will continue to lead the government’s response via video-conference as we fight this virus,” wrote Johnson on the social media platform. “Together we will beat this. #StayHomeSaveLives.”

The tweet was accompanied by a video statement, which ended with the British leader stating “stay at home, project the NHS and save lives.”